The nurse is caring for a child with acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) associated with sepsis. What is the priority nursing intervention?
A) Forcing fluids
B) Monitoring pulse oximetry
C) Instituting seizure precautions
D) Encouraging a high-protein diet

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Monitoring cardiopulmonary status is an important evaluation tool in the care of the child with ARDS. Maintenance of vascular volume and hydration is important and should be done parenterally. Seizures are not a side effect of ARDS. Adequate nutrition is necessary, but a high-protein diet is not helpful.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Child with Acute Respiratory